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Chinese Puzzle

2013·Movie
1h 57min·R
68
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Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Romance6
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Absurdist Humor5

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

Xavier is a 40-year-old father of two who still finds life very complicated. When the mother of his children moves to New York, he can't bear them growing up far away from him and so he decides to move there as well.
Complicated FamilyMidlife CrisisExpat LifeCross-CulturalRomantic ComedySelf-DiscoveryQuirky CharactersIntellectual HumorModern Relationships

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Questions about Chinese Puzzle

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Where can I stream Chinese Puzzle legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Chinese Puzzle worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Chinese Puzzle rated?

RStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Chinese Puzzle?

1 h 57 min

Chinese Puzzle runs 1 h 57 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Chinese Puzzle?

Critics71
Audiences65

Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 65 out of 100, so both groups see Chinese Puzzle much the same way.

What language is Chinese Puzzle in?

FrenchEnglishSpanishcnYiddish

It was made in French, with some English, Spanish, cn, Yiddish. Produced in Belgium, France.

In how many countries can I watch Chinese Puzzle?

30ATAUBEBYCACHDEDKESFIFRGBGGIE+16

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Chinese Puzzle in 30 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.